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RUDOLF DAHSEWeimar Mercury, 12 Sep 1963, page 1 Funeral Services For Rud. Dahse, 77, at YoakumFuneral services for Rudolf Dahse, 77, of Yoakum, former Weimar resident, were held Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 3, at Yoakum. Mr. Dahse died at his home, near the home of his daughter, Sunday Sept.1, of a heart attack. Born Sept. 4, 1885, near Weimar, he married Miss Elsa Berger here in 1908, and they moved to Yoakum in the early 1940's. Mrs. Dahse died in 1949. Surviving are two sons, Norwin Dahse of Weimar and Edwin Dahse of San Antonio; two daughters, Mrs. Wilma Knocke and Mrs. Evelyn Knocke, both of Yoakum; 11 grandchildren; three brothers, Gus and Louis Dahse of Weimar, Herman Dahse of Nordheim; and four sisters, Mrs. Fritz Wendt of Weimar; Mrs. Theo Havemann of Houston, Mrs. Hulda Schoenemann, and Mrs. Paul Peipenbrok of Washington, Texas. NATHAN DAILEYWeimar Mercury, August 28, 1903, page 1 Halletsville, Aug. 28. —A sad accident occurred to Nathan Dailey yesterday. He was delivering oil for the Waters Pierce Oil company through the country about seven miles from the city. He was quite weak, having been a sufferer from Bright’s disease for some time, and in getting on his wagon he missed his footing and fell on the tongue of the wagon just behind the team, which startled, throwing him under the front wheels. He was run over, dislocating his ankle and severely injuring him otherwise. His injuries and the general shock in his system caused his death this morning. He was in his 20th year.Transcribed by Sharon SuttonBARNEY DANIELShiner Gazette, Tuesday Morning, Nov. 23, 1904 Barney Daniel Killed.Victoria, Texas, Nov. 13. --While endeavoring to handle a roped yearling yesterday Barney Daniel, aged about 30 years, a butcher at Inez, this county, fell beneath his horse, which rolled over him, and he received injuries from which he died today without regaining consciousness. He was a son of J. R. Daniel and son-in-law of H. C. Koonce of Inez, and leaves a widow and baby. Mr. Daniel was a brother of Mr. D. C. Daniel of Shiner, who attended the funeral last Wednesday at Inez. The relatives have our heartiest sympathies. Contributed by Gwen BoucherGUSSIE DANIELMoulton News, 13 Aug 1896, page 1 Burial of Mrs. Gussie Daniel.HALLETTSVILLE, Tex., Aug. 8 – The remains of Mrs. Gussie Daniel, wife of Rev. J. W. Daniel, were laid to rest in the city cemetery here last evening. She came to the home of her parents, Judge and Mrs. James Ballard, from Seguin, her home, two weeks ago, to recuperate from a sick spell, but became worse, and her husband, who had gone to Matagorda county to conduct a religious meeting, was summoned. Rev. Dr, Lloyd at the grave delivered a feeling address. She was a noble young christian woman. This appears to be an unmarked grave in the Hallettsville City Cemetery. Contributed by Matt CrossMINNIE C. GRISSOM DANIELWeimar Mercury, 10 Nov 1894, page 2 Hallettsville Herald. After a lingering illness with slow fever, Miss Minnie C. Daniel, daughter of H. B. and C. E. Grissom, died in her home in Gonzales last Wednesday. Deceased leaves a husband and three children and fond parents to mourn her departure. She was twenty-one years of age, was a noble hearted woman and raised in Lavaca county, where many friends sincerely regret her death. Mr. Daniel’s children are also very ill with fever. Transcribed by Sharon SuttonLILLIE JANCA DARILEKShiner Gazette, 1 Jul 1976 Mrs. V. J. Darilek Rites In YoakumMrs. V. J. Darilek, nee Lillie Janca, of Rt. 2 Yoakum, died at 2:05 Sunday morning, Jun. 27, 1976 in Huth Memorial Hospital where she was a patient for several weeks. She attained the age of 79 years and 7 months. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. Monday, June 28 in St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Yoakum with Holy Mass concelebrated by the Rev. John Peters of Yoakum and the Rev. John A. Wagner of San Antonio. Burial was in St. Ann's Catholic Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were her nephews, Johnny, Wesley and James Jiral, Henry Matocha of Victoria, Adolph Malek of Houston, and Joe Janca of Corpus Christi. A Rosary was recited at 8:00 p.m. Sunday at the Buffington Funeral Home Chapel in Yoakum where the body lay in state until an hour before time for services when it was taken to the church. Mrs. Darilek, one of eight children, was born Nov. 27, 1896 at Plum near La Grange, daughter of Frank and Annie (Koniakovsky) Janca. About 1913 the family moved to the St. Ann's community near Petersville west of Yoakum. On October 6, 1919, she was married to Joe V. Jiral and the couple made their home on a farm in the Lone Tree School community. Three children were born to this marriage union. A son, Alphonse, died in infancy and her husband died Feb. 9, 1943. On Nov. 22, 1946, she married Vinc J. Darilek, who died Nov. 19, 1959. Since then she made her home with a daughter. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Willie (Bessie) Immenhauser, Mrs. Arno (Stella) Pfuhl, both of Yoakum; a brother, August J. Janca of Yoakum; a sister, Mrs. Charles (Olga) Hajek of Shiner, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Besides her son and husbands, she was preceded in death by her father, Sept. 6, 1938; mother, Dec. 21, 1951; two brothers, Willie J. Janca, Oct. 4, 1973; Frank L. Janca, Oct. 13, 1960; three sisters, Mrs. Hugo (Bessie) Gerhold, Dec. 11, 1972; Mrs. Frank (Annie) Matocha, Sept. 26, 1968; and Julia Janca, an infant, July 21, 1895.Contributed by Matt CrossJACOB DARRWeimar Mercury, 30 Nov 1961, page 1 Hallettsville Tot, 3, Killed By ShredderJacob Darr, 3-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Lamar Darr of Hallettsville, was killed instantly Sunday when he fell from the hood of a tractor into the blades of a shredder. The father was driving the tractor, the boy sitting on the hood, just in front of him. The child lost his balance when the tractor hit a bump, and tumbled into the path of the shredder. The accident occurred just 200 yards from the Darr home on Highway 90A about 4 miles west of hallettsville, shortly before noon. The Darr family had recently moved to [Hallettsville]. Mr. Darr is employed in the construction of a dam at Waco and before moving to Hallettsville had worked on the Hallettsville flood control project. In [addition] to his parents, Jacob is survived by three brothers, four sisters, both pairs of grandparents, and other relatives. He was buried in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery after services in that church Tuesday morning. DAVID INFANTWeimar Mercury DEATHS REPORTED WEDNESDAYA three months old son of Emil Christen and wife died Wednesday, after a brief illness. The infant child of Eli David and wife of the Bila Hora community also died same day. Our sympathy goes out to the bereaved parents. BEN DEBORDWeimar Mercury, 31 Dec 1892, page 2 News Special: Halletsville, Tex., Dec. 28.—James Garner, who on Monday night at a Christmas tree at salem, twleve miles below here, shot and killed Ben Debord, had had some trouble on a previous occasion, and meeting at the Christmas tree, went out to have a settlement, with the result as above stated. Both were young and unmarried men. FRANK DEMELShiner Gazette, 16 Aug 1899, Halletsville News column Contributed by Matt CrossADELA FLESSNER DERRICHShiner Gazette, 10 Jun 1920, page 1 Mrs. Adela DerrichDied at her home near Shiner on Tuesday, June 1st, age 24 years, and was buried in the Catholic Cemetery on Thursday, June 3rd. Rev. Father Wolf conducted the funeral services. Contributed by Matt CrossANNA BEIER DERRICHLavaca County Tribune, 9 Jan 1942 Mrs. Anna DerrichFuneral services were held for Mrs. Anna Derrich, who died Sunday, January 4th at the age of 80 years. Born Anna Beier in Bernhau, Germany in 1861, she married Joseph Derrich and came to this country in 1881. Survivors are her husband, three sons and five daughters. Burial was in Shiner Catholic Cemetery. Contributed by Matt CrossANNIE DERRICHUndated Shiner Gazette news clipping Miss Annie T. Derrich passed away at 6:45 a.m. Friday, February 11, 1972, at the Wm. Grant Athey home, 2311 Goldsmith, in Houston, where she had been residing for the past three years. She reached the age of 90 years and 3 months. The body was taken to Shiner and lay in state at the Buffington Funeral Home where the rosary was recited Saturday, February 12 at 8:00 p.m. Funeral services were held from the Buffington Chapel at 3:15 p.m. Sunday, February 13, and continued at 3:30 p.m. in Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church with the Requiem Mass offered by the Rev. Msgr. John J. Hanacek. Burial was in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Grant Athey of Houston, Edgar Huber of Shiner, Edwin Derrich and Eddie Riha of El Campo, Lloyd and Charlie Kurtz of Wharton. Miss Derrich, the oldest of nine children, was born November 11, 1881, at Praha, Fayette County, Texas, daughter of Joseph and Anna (Beier) Derrich, natives respectively of Grosglockarddor, Austria and Bernhau, Germany. Her parents arrived in America June, 1881, settling first at Praha. In 1885, they moved to Moulton and two years later to the Dickson School community. In 1890, they established their home on a farm five miles west of Shiner, adjacent to and east of Highway 90A. They farmed until 1923 when she moved with her parents, brother, Joseph, and sisters, Mary, Emma, and Martha to 303 N. Ave. D in Shiner. In 1920, her brother Peter was bereft of his wife, nee Adella Flessner, leaving an infant daughter Christina, who came to the Derrich home where she was reared and mothered by Miss Annie. She toiled long and hard to earn her livelihood and to rear and educate her charge. Misses Annie, Mary and Martha resided at the family home in Shiner until three years ago when they went to make their home with their niece, Christina, and her family in Houston. Survivors include two sisters, Misses Mary and Martha Derrich of Houston; nieces and Nephews. Among the nieces in Mrs. Christina Derrich Athey of Houston; great-niece is Dr. Patricia Athey of Houston and other great-nieces and great-nephews. She is preceded in death by her mother, January 4, 1942; her father, August 11, 1942; three sisters - Maria, died in infancy; Emma Derrich, October 27, 1944; Mrs. John (Antonia Elizabeth) Nagelmueller;, November 3, 1967; three brothers - (the twins) Frank Derrich, June 28, 1967; Joseph Derrich, January 8, 1969; and Peter Paul Derrich, October 5, 1969. Contributed by Matt CrossELO FRANK DERRICHShiner Gazette, Thurs., 25 Mar 1926 The little two-month-old babe of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Derrich was buried in the Catholic Cemetery last Thursday. Services being conducted by Father Netardus, we extend sympathy.Elo Frank Derrich, 17 Jan 1926–17 Mar 1926, was born to Anastasia Berckenhoff and Frank Derrich. Contributed by Matt CrossJOSEPH DERRICH, Jr.Shiner Gazette, Thurs., 16 Jan 1969 Funeral Services Held Friday For Joseph DerrichJoseph Derrich, a long time resident of Shiner, passed away at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 1969 at the Frank Wagner Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness. Mr. Derrich, one of nine children, was born on January 13, 1891 near Shiner in Gonzales County to Joseph and Anna (Beier) Derrich, natives of Grosglockarddorf, Austria and Bernhau, Germany, respectively. His parents came to America in June 1881, settling near Praha in Fayette County, Texas. In 1885, they moved near Moulton and two years later to the Dickson community. In 1890, they moved to a farm five miles west of Shiner, located adjacent to and east of Hwy. 90-A. There Joseph Derrich Jr. was born and resided with his parents, brothers and sisters until 1923, when they moved to Shiner. Mr. Derrich continued to reisde at 303 N. Ave. D with his sisters, Misses Annie, Mary and Martha Derrich, after their parents' deaths in 1942 until the present. His occupation as a carpenter brought him into contact with many of the residents of Shiner and neighboring communities. He attained the age of 77 years, 11 months and 25 days. Funeral services were held at the Buffington Funeral Home, Shiner, at 1:45 p.m. Friday, January 10, followed with Requiem Mass at 2:00 p.m. offered by the Rev. John J. Hanacek in Saints Cyril and Methodius' Catholic Church. Burial was in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were William G. Athey of Houston, Edward Schlenker of Shiner, Edwin Derrich and Raymond Machart of El Campo, Frank Jahn of Burlington and W. L. Kurtz of Wharton. Rosary was recited at the Buffington Chapel Thursday, January 9 at 7 p.m. Survivors include his sisters, Misses Annie, Mary and Martha Derrich of Shiner; one brother, Peter Derrich of Moulton; a niece, Mrs. Christine Athey of Houston, who was Athey of Houston [sic], who was raised by Joseph Derrich and his sisters; a nephew-in-law, William G. Athey, and a great-niece, Patricia Ann Athey, both of Houston. He was preceded in death by his mother on January 4, 1942 and by his father on August 11, 1942. A sister, Maria, died in infancy and another sister, Miss Emma Derrich of Shiner, died October 27, 1944. One brother, Frank Derrich (his twin) of El Campo died June 28, 1967, and most recently a sister, Mrs. John (Antonia Elizabeth) Nagelmueller, died November 3, 1967. We extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family and sincerely hope that they find comfort and inspiration in the fact that their loved one led a life full of kindness and good deeds and has gone to a fitting reward. Contributed by Matt CrossJOSEPH DERRICH, Sr.Shiner Gazette, Thurs., 20 Aug 1942 Joseph Derrich Sr. Passes AwayJoseph Derrich Sr., one of the most respected citizens of our little city, answered the call of his creator and entered into everlasting rest on Tuesday, August 11 at 5:20 p.m. Death occurred in the family home after and illness of long duration. Funeral services were conducted from the family home on Thursday, August 13 at 9:45 a.m. Requiem High Mass was celebrated by Monsignor Netardus who also paid fitting tribute to the life of the deceased. Interment was made in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery, Rev. Bily assisted with the final rites. A large attendance of relatives and friends showed their love, respect and friendship for a good man. Pallbearers were Raymond Machart, Edwin Derrich, Laddie Stavinoha, Chas. Kurtz, Joe Nagelmueller and Joe Anderle. Honorary pallbearers were members of the St. Joseph's Society, of which he was a valued member. Deceased was born in the old country, February 8, 1853 and covered the span of life in 89 years, six months and three days. He married before his departure from Europe and came to America with his wife at the age of 29 years. He was a true Christian in every sense of the word and was well known for his unselfish service to his family, neighbors, fellow man and his church. Surviving are five daughters, Misses Annie, Mary, Emma and Martha Derrich of the home and Mrs. Antonia Nagelmueller also of Shiner, three sons, Joe of Shiner, Frank of El Campo and Peter of Moulton. Other survivors are 12 grandchildren, also one sister, Mrs. Louise Schwartz of Germany. Mrs. Derrich preceded her husband to the grave on January 4 of this year. To those who mourn the passing the Gazette extends sincere and heartfelt sympathy.Contributed by Matt CrossLOUISA HEINRICH ANDERLE DERRICHUndated newspaper clipping Mrs. Peter Derrich Of Moulton PassesSaturday, Mrs. Peter (Louise) Derrich, 76, of Moulton passed away at her Moulton home after five years of illness. Her funeral was held Monday, Father Vinklarek officiating. She was a sister of Mrs. Mary Hanslik of Hallettsville. A native of High Hill, she first married John Anderle, who passed away in 1920. Four years later she married Peter Derrich settling in the Moulton Community. Surviving are: her husband, Peter Derrich of Moulton; five sons: Joe F. of Bronte, Edmund J. of Moulton, Reinhold R. of Victoria, John R. of Houston and Robert A. of Point Comfort; one daughter, Mrs. Alfred (Sophia) Mikulencak of Moulton; one step-daughter, Mrs. Grant (Christina) Athey of Harlingen; 19 grandchildren; one brother Rudolph Heinrich of San Antonio; and three sisters: Mrs. Mary Hanslik of Hallettsville, Mrs. Annie Haikenwaelder of Houston and Mrs. Emma Billimek of Shiner, Route 3. Contributed by Matt CrossMARTHA DERRICHVictoria Advocate, 20 Nov 1977, page 16A Miss DerrichAdvocate News Service SHINER -- Miss Martha Derrich, 73, of Houston died Friday in a Houston hospital. Rosary was recited at the Buffington Funeral Home Chapel in Shiner Saturday evening. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Shiner Catholic Church, with burial to follow in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery. Miss Derrich was born Dec. 18, 1903 in Shiner, the daughter of Joseph and Anna Beier Derrich. Surviving is her sister, Miss Mary Derrich of Houston. Contributed by Matt CrossPETER PAUL DERRICHShiner Gazette, Thurs., 16 Oct 1969 Graveside Rites Held In Shiner For Peter DerrichPeter Paul Derrich of Moulton passed away at 9:25 a.m. Sunday, October 5, 1969 at the Stevens Convalescent Home in Hallettsville at the age of 76 years, 3 months and 17 days. Moulton business places paid their last respects to Mr. Derrich, former businessman, by remaining closed during the services which were held Tuesday, October 7 at 9 a.m. from the Smith Funeral Home followed by Requiem Mass at 9:15 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The Rev. Robert Schmidt officiated at the last rites. Burial was in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were his grandsons, Daniel, Emanuel and Nelson Anderle of Victoria; Bobby and Edwin Anderle of Bloomington and Anton J. Anderle of Point Comfort. A rosary was recited at 8 p.m. Monday, October 6 at Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Derrich, one of nine children, was born on June 18, 1893 near Shiner in Gonzales County, son of Joseph and Anna (Beier) Derrich, natives of Grosglockarddorf, Austria and Bernhau, Germany, respectively. His parents came to America in June 1881, settling near Praha in Fayette County, Texas. In 1885, they moved near Moulton and two years later to the Dickson community. In 1890, they moved to a farm five miles west of Shiner, located adjacent to and east of Hwy. 90-A. There Peter Derrich was born and resided with his parents, brothers and sisters. He was married to Adela Flessner and the couple made their home on a farm near Shiner. One child, Christina, was born to this union. His wife died June 1, 1920. On May 12, 1924, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Louise Anderle, nee Heinrich, in St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Moulton. The family farmed for their livelihood in that community until 1941, when they moved to Moulton where he operated a poultry business for many years before his retirement. One daughter, Sophia, was born to this union. He was preceded in death by his second wife on July 29, 1961. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Alfred B. (Sophia) Mikulencak of Moulton; Mrs. W. G. (Christina) Athey of Houston; five stepsons, Joe F. Anderle of Ballinger, Edmund J. Anderle of Moulton, Reinhold R. Anderle of Victoria; John R. Anderle of Houston and Robert A. Anderle of Point Comfort; three sisters, Misses Annie, Mary and Martha Derrich, all of Houston; six grandchildren, 15 stepgrandchildren, and six step great-grandchildren, and six stepgreat-grandchildren. Besides his wives, he was preceded in death by his mother on January 4, 1942 and by his father on August 11, 1942; three sisters, Maria, died in infancy, Miss Emma Derrich of Shiner, died October 27, 1944, Mrs. John (Antonia Elizabeth) Nagelmueller, died November 3, 1967; two brothers (twins), Frank Derrich of El Campo died June 28, 1967 and Joseph Derrich of Shiner died January 8, 1969. Genial, friendly, and with a keen interest in all that was going on about him, Mr. Derrich was well known, liked and respected by all who knew him. He touched and enriched many people and will be sorely missed by a host of friends as well as his family and other relatives.Contributed by Matt CrossSAMUEL DEVALLColorado Citizen, 28 Jan 1892, page 2 Hallettsville New Era: The news of the death of County Treasurer Sam Devall on Monday, January 18th, was heard with sorrow in this city, from every mouth came expressions of esteem in kind memory of his noble and pure character, as well as his many natural qualities that have endeared him to his large acquaintance. Samuel Devall, aged 65 years, born at Abbeville, S. C., was buried in the Hallettsville City Cemetery.SAMUEL J. DICKEYWeimar Mercury, 29 Dec 1906, page 8 Halletsville, Dec. 18.—S. J. Dickey, one of the oldest residents of this county, died at his home this morning after a lingering illness. He was about 70 years of age and leaves a large family, all grown. Samuel J. Dickey, 22 Jul 1825-19 Dec 1907, was buried in the Hallettsville City Cemetery. |
WILLIAM A. DICKSONShiner Gazette, 19 Dec 1900 Resolutions of Respect.Resolutions of respect passed by the Moulton Lodge No. 3582, Knights of Honor, of Moulton, Texas, upon the death of Brother Wm. Dickson: William A. Dickson, 24 Sep 1853 – 4 Dec 1900, was buried in the Shiner City Cemetery. Contributed by Matt CrossALFRED PAUL DIERSCHKE, Sr.Victoria Advocate, 22 Jan 2007 ALFRED PAUL DIERSCHKE SR.MOULTON - Alfred Paul Dierschke Sr., 82, of Moulton, died Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007. He was born Sept. 18, 1924, in Austin County, to the late Paul and Mary Wotipka Dierschke. He was a U.S. Army WWII veteran, a self-employed carpenter, and member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Survivors: wife, Annie Mae Fojtik Dierschke of Moulton; daughters, Marjorie Anders of Victoria, Lind Machacek and Mary Lou Dierschke, both of Moulton, and Donna Wehmeyer of Georgetown; sons, Alfred Dierschke Jr. of Moulton, Alvin Dierschke of Wallis, and Manuel Dierschke of New Caney; half-sister, Elizabeth Kurtz of Shiner; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: sister, Pauline Marko; 10 half-sisters; brother, Roman Dierschke; and three half-brothers. Visitation will begin 11 a.m. today at Smith Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Funeral mass will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rev. Bob Knippenberg officiating. Burial will follow at Moulton Catholic Cemetery. Smith Funeral Home, Moulton, 361-596-4631 Pallbearers: Andy, Paul, and Michael Dierschke; Alphonse, Jerry, and Steve Fojtik. Honorary pallbearers: all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Contributed by Matt CrossCYNTHIA MARIE DIERSCHKEVictoria Advocate, 13 Jan 2007 CYNTHIA MARIE DIERSCHKE HALLETTSVILLE - Mrs. Cynthia Marie Dierschke, 56, died Jan. 11, 2007. She was born on Feb. 23, 1950 to Charles and Irene Zimmermann Krametbauer in Shiner. She was a member of Christen Mothers, Catholic Daughters of Americas, and Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She married Ronnie Dierschke on Aug. 24, 1968 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Shiner. She received an associate's degree in nursing, with highest honors, and practiced as a registered nurse. Survivors: husband, Ronnie of Hallettsville; three daughters, Rhonda Garcia of Hallettsville, Rachel Dierschke of Round Rock, and Debra Wenske of Houston; parents Charles and Irene Zimmermann Krametbauer of Shiner; two sisters, Charlene Christ of Hallettsville, and Claudia Tousek of Austin; and three grandchildren, Andrew, Abbey, and Audrey. Cynthia was preceded in death by her grandparents. Services: 11 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Rev. Bryan Heyer officiating, with burial at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation: Noon Sunday at Kubena Funeral Home. Rosaries: 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and 10:30 a.m. Monday at the church. Pallbearers: Billy Dierschke, Billy Mozisek, Royce Dusek, Charles Christ, Frank Jares, John Garcia, Jeremy Wenske, and Alton Rau. Online condolences at www.kubenafuneralhome.com. Contributed by Matt CrossLARRY LEE DIERSCHKEVictoria Advocate, 29 Dec 2000 LARRY L. DIERSCHKESHINER—Larry Lee Dierschke, 53, of Shiner, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2000. He was born Sept. 27, 1947, in Moulton, to Lorene Madala Dierschke of Moulton and the late Reinhold Dierschke. He was a customer representative at AT&T for 31 years and Catholic. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Texas Army National Guard and the Pioneers of America. Survivors: wife, Jeanette Bujnoch Dierschke; daughter, Gwen Schlamb of Victoria; son, Jeffrey Dierschke of Houston; mother; sisters, Jeanette Targac of Moulton and Rita Bradley of Houston; brothers, Roy Dierschke and Melvin Dierschke, both of Sealy, Dennis Dierschke of Shiner, Floyd Dierschke of Houston and Harvey Dierschke of Woodsboro; and one grandson. Preceded in death by: father. A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Thursday at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Services will be 10 a.m. today at the church, the Rev. Gerry Cernoch officiating. Burial will be at Shiner Catholic Cemetery. Buffington Funeral Home, Shiner, 361-594-3352. Pallbearers: Dean Bujnoch, Harvey Gene Dierschke, Corey Vana, Maurice Bujnoch, Brandon Roznovsky, Steven Dierschke, Richard Dierschke, Travis Pilat and Thomas Landers IV. Honorary pallbearers: Roy Dierschke, Harvey Dierschke, Melvin Dierschke, Dennis Dierschke, Floyd Dierschke and Roger Sralla. Memorials: Shiner Catholic School. Contributed by Matt CrossMARY WOTIPKA FISHBECK DIERSCHKEMoulton Eagle, 4 Mar 1938 Mrs. Paul Dierschke Buried Here TuesdayMrs. Paul Dierschke, aged 50 years, six months and six days, died Sunday at 1:30 P.M. at the state hospital in San Antonio where she had been an inmate for the past 12 years. The funeral took place from the family home near Moulton Tuesday A.M. at 8:30. Services were at St. Joseph's Church and burial in Moulton Catholic Cemetery, Rev. Joseph Kopp officiating. Pallbearers were Ben and George Novak, Frank Miculka, Jerry Kurtz, Willie Muehlstein, and Ludwig Mikes. On November 16, 1909 she was married to Jim Fishbeck who passed away June 21, 1918. To this union four children were born, Jim, Victor, Mary and Mrs. Elizabeth Kurtz. On January 5, 1920 she was married to Paul Dierschke and to this union three children were born, Ramon, Alfred and Pauline Dierschke. She also leaves to mourn 8 stepchildren, her aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roman Wotipka of Flatonia, four sisters, Mrs. Gustine Mochac of Houston, Mrs. Bertha Novak and Mrs. Betty Miculka and Sister Hiltaude of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, one brother Ed Wotipka Flatonia and one grandchild. One sister and one brother preceded her in death. Mary Dierschke was the daughter of Barbara Filipp and Roman Wotipka. The date for her marriage to Paul Dierschke as listed in the obituary is incorrect. Parish registers for St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Moulton show the date as 4 Jan 1921. Jim Fishbeck passed away 21 Jun 1917, not 1918 as stated in obituary.Contributed by Matt CrossPAUL A. DIERSCHKEMoulton Eagle, 30 Sep 1949 Funeral Rites Held Saturday for Paul A. Dierschke, 72Paul A. Dierschke, a resident of Moulton for many years, passed away at a San Antonio hospital Thursday, September 22, at 6:35 A. M. after an illness extending over a period of several months. Funeral services were held from the Smith Funeral Chapel in Moulton Saturday morning at 8:30 P.M. and Requiem High Mass was conducted at the St. Joseph's Church at 9:00 o'clock by Rev Joseph Kopp. The rosary was recited at the funeral chapel Saturday, September 23 at 8:00 o'clock. The pallbearers were Ad. A. Haas, Rud. A. Haas, E.A. Oehl, William Hoepfl Sr., Theo. Wenske and Jim Kubicek. Mr. Dierschke was born February 26, 1877 and reached the age of 72 years, six months and 26 days. He lived here all of his life. On November 25, 1902, he married Miss Bernadine Maikoetter who preceded him in death in 1918. In January of 1921 he was married to Mrs. Mary Fishbeck. Survivors include nine daughters, Mrs. William Muehlstein of Victoria, Mrs. Emil Muehlstein and Mrs. Edwin Muehlstein, both of Moulton, Mrs. Sidonia Klare of Houston, Mrs. Hilton Schaefer of Halletsville, Mrs. Gertrude Klare of Victoria, Mrs. Wm. Matula of Sinton and Mrs. Wm. Sevcik of Corpus Christi, Mrs. Victor Marko of Moulton. Two sons, Roman and Alfred Dierschke both of Moulton, two stepdaughters, Mrs. Ludwig Mikes of Moulton and Mrs. Jerry Kurtz of Shiner, two stepsons Jim Fishbeck of Moulton and Victor Fishbeck of Hallettsville, 26 grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. August Elster of Damon and Mrs. Frank Wick of Halletsville. Contributed by Matt CrossPAULINE M. ALBRECHT DIERSCHKEVictoria Advocate, 1 Jan 1998, page 10A PAULINE M. DIERSCHKEHALLETTSVILLE - Pauline Marie Dierschke, 71, of Hallettsville, died Wednesday, December 31, 1997. She was born Jan. 1, 1926, in Lavaco [sic] County to the late Frank and Theresa Antrich Albrecht. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church. Survivors: daughters, Carol Rau of Cuero and Joan Dusek and Judy Mozisek, both of Hallettsville; sons, Billy Dierschke and Ronnie Dierschke, both of Hallettsville; half-brother, Calvin Albrecht of Hallettsville; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Roman J. Dierschke. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Kubena Funeral Home chapel. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home and at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Church. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church in Hallettsville, the Rev. Robert Gerlich officiating. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Kubena Funeral Home, Hallettsville, 798-3271. Contributed by Matt CrossROMAN J. DIERSCHKEVictoria Advocate, 25 Sep 1989, page 12A Roman DierschkeAdvocate News Service HALLETTSVILLE - Roman J. Dierschke, 67, of Hallettsville, died at 10:05 p.m. Saturday in a Victoria hospital. He was born Oct. 21, 1921, in Moulton to the late Paul and Mary Wotipka Dierschke. He was a car salesman for more than 20 years, and after his retirement he owned and operated Texas Style Barbecue. He married Pauline Albrecht on Sept. 3, 1946, in Moulton. Mr. Dierschke was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Moulton VFW Post 6971, Hallettsville Lions Club, Lavaca Farm Bureau and Moulton Sons of Hermann Lodge. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the 36th infantry division of Texas and serving the European Theater in France and Italy for five years. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with the Rev. Celestino Say officiating. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Monday at Kubena Funeral Home by the parish and at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the church by the societies. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, where the body will lie in state until 9 a.m. Tuesday when it will be taken to the church for services. Surviving are his wife, Pauline Dierschke of Hallettsville; three daughter, Mrs. Carol Biehunko, Mrs. Joan Dusek and Mrs. Judy Mozisek, all of Hallettsville; two sons, Billy and Ronnie Dierschke, both of Hallettsville; a sister, Mrs. Pauline Marko of Richmond; a brother, Alfred Dierschke Sr. of Moulton; four half-sisters, Mrs. Elvera Schaefer of Hallettsville, Mrs. Gertrude Heinold of Victoria, Mrs. Olivia Sevcik of Pensacola, Fla., and Mrs. Elizabeth Kurtz of Shiner; and a half-brother, Victor Fishbeck of Hallettsville.Contributed by Matt CrossMRS. FERDINAND DITTRICH, SR.Weimar Mercury Mrs. Ulrich's Mother Dead.Mrs. Ferdinand Dittrich, Sr., of the High Hill community died last Sunday at the family home, aged 86 years, after a brief illness. The funeral took place at High hill Tuesday, with Rev. Gerlach officiating. Mrs. Dittrich was the mother of Mrs. Carolina Ulrich and Mrs. Mary Ulrich of near Weimar, also Mrs. Ludmilla Berger of Schulenburg, and Messrs. Joseph, Ferdinand, Jr., and Frank Dittrich, all of High Hill. Mrs. Dittrich was born in Austria in 1846, came to this country with her husband in October, 1873, locating in the High Hill section, where practical-[sic.] The heartfealt sympathy of the Mercury goes out to her bereaved ones. DODD InfantWeimar Mercury, 16 Feb 1895, page 2 A horrifying and sad accident occurred at Yoakum Saturday morning about 9 o'clock. Mrs. W. T. Dodd, who resides near the Riggs place on East Hill, went to visit a sick friend and left her 16-months-old child locked in the house. A short time afterward a fire alarm was sounded and when Mrs. Dodd stepped out to learn its whereabouts she saw her house a mass of flames. Rev. T. W. Statton heard the poor child's heart-rendring screams for help, and attempted to jump through a window and rescue it, but the flames laved his face and hands . . . and he had to be taken home. The child's cries were soon hushed while the motoher and father . . without wringing their hands in agony. After the fire the charred remains of the child were . . . and placed in a coffin and . . . The good people of Yoakum . . up a purse for the afflicted . . . who lost all their possessions. D. M. DODDWeimar Mercury News Special: Halletsville.Tex, September 11.—A pistol shot and the screams of a woman this morning about 9 o'clock drew a crowd to the residence occupied by Mr. D. M. Dodd. There, on a bed, lay the lifeless body of D. M. Dodd, who had fired a ball from a pistol into his left breast and died almost immediately. He got up this morning in, ate his breakfast and went to town, got a shave and returned home, People he passed on the street noticed nothing unusual about him and nothing he did, attracted his wife's attention, she being busy with her house work, until she heard the shot, where-upon she ran into the room. He was a middle aged man and had been here about a year as cotton buyer for Slayden, Clarkson & Robards, of San Antonio, and was liked by all who knew him, as he was one of those jovial men who had a pleasant word for everybody. No reason is known for his act except that he had been drinking considerable and had repeatedly told parties that he would quit that day, only to drink the next, and it is supposed that he concluded he could not quit, although he did not drink to intoxication. In his coat pocket was found a note, as follows: "Dear Wife: I think it is more honorable to die than to live the life I am living. Wire F. M. to come, and I would rather be buried at Gonzales. I love you, Jennie, for I think you are a noble woman, Good bye." The "F. M." referred to is a son residing at Waelder. Another grown son resided here with his father. Both are children by a former wife. His present wife has no children.Transcribed by Sharon SuttonFRANK DOLEJSIShiner Gazette, 30 Aug 1923 Frank DolejsiTuesday night, August 21st, the sad message came to loved ones of the sudden death of husband and father at Kenedy, whence he had gone just the Sunday previous for the benefit of rheumatism. The funeral occurred Thursday afternoon from the family residence, thence to Catholic Church were Rev. F. X. Wolf conducted the services. Mr. Dolejsi was born in Austin county October 12, 1875, He was married in 1902 to Miss Matilda Berckenhoff who survives him. Also five children, Agnes, August, Willie, Alvina and Frances. His mother, Mrs. Katy Dolejsi of Guadalupe and a sister, Mrs. Antonia Janecek of the same place. Three other sisters, Mesdames Marie Dethloff of Cat Springs, Annie Hoss of Brenham and Katie Kollatschny of San Antonio survive him, also two brothers Jim Dolejsi of Cuero and Chas. Dolejsi of Shiner. Mr. Dolejsi had been a prominent ginner and miller for a number of years and as a mark of respect all the gins closed for one hour during the funeral services. The pallbearers were selected from the lodges of which deceased was a member and were as follows: W. Paul, Tom Marcak, R. B. Kroulik, Fred Kram, J. H. Huebner and Aug. Mladenka. The Gazette offers sympathy to the grief stricken household.Contributed by Matt CrossKATE BERKENHOFF DOLEJSIHallettsville Herald, 7 Mar 1901 Mrs. Kate Dolejsi, wife of Frank Dolejsi of Shiner and daughter of Ben Berkenhoff, formerly of Praha, died in Flatonia last Thursday and her remains carried to Shiner for burial. Several of our citizens went down for the funeral. —Flatonia Argus Contributed by Matt CrossMATILDA BERCKENHOFF DOLEJSIShiner Gazette, 19 Apr 1962 Mrs. Frank Dolejsi In Shiner April 11Mrs. Mathilda Dolejsi passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. R. T. Baird in San Antonio on Monday, April 9, 1962. Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 11 at 9:45 a.m. and continued at the Shiner Catholic Church with Requiem Mass at 10 a.m. Zizik-Kearns-Downing, San Antonio, and Buffington Funeral Home, Shiner were in charge of services. Rosary was recited at the local funeral home Tuesday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. The Rev. Fathers Albert Maneth, Lawrence Walsh of San Antonio and John J. Hanacek of Shiner officiated at the last rites. Burial was in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery with Charles Brosch, Francis Berckenhoff, Arthur Kloesel, Edward Roeder, Alfred Stiborek and Victor Pollack serving as pallbearers. Mrs. Dolejsi, a resident of Shiner for many years, was born August 2, 1878 in Mulberry, Texas, daughter of Bernard and Theresa (Hajek) Berckenhoff. At the time of her death she reached the age of 83 years, eight months and seven days. She had been in ill health for the past eight months. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. J. F. (Millie) Gayle of Atascosa, Mrs. R. E. (Agnes) Morin and Mrs. R. T. (Frances) Baird of San Antonio; one son, August Dolejsi of Robstown; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Dolejsi, August 23, 1923; daughter, Mrs. J. M. (Alvina) Kroeger died April 29, 1934; also a granddaughter, Joyce Morin passed away on May 26, 1932; four sisters, Mrs. Henry (Mary) Janecek, Charco, Mrs. Joseph (Elenora) Brosch, Yoakum, Mrs. Anton (Anna) Bleier and Mrs. Frank (Katie) Dolejsi, Shiner; six brothers, Fritz Berckenhoff, Moulton, Willie, Albert and Felix Berckenhoff of Shiner; Bernard and Roman died in infancy. Contributed by Matt CrossALFONS DOLEZALLavaca County Tribune, 6 Dec 1946, page 1 Shiner Veteran Meets Tragic DeathSeldom did Shiner so sad a death see as was that of Alphonse Dolezal Tuesday. Tragic was the sight especially of his young wife of 14 months, crushed with grief. For it was a cruel blow which fell so suddenly for his beloved. What the Shiner veteran escaped on the battlefield he met on the home field. While plowing Monday with a tractor he was also shooting doves. His father nearby heard a shot, then saw the tractor moving on and his son was on the ground. He found him mortally wounded in the side. Somehow the gun was accidentally discharged. All human help proved in vain and the young veteran died at Wagner Clinic conscious almost to his last breath. So crushing was this sudden blow to his young wife that she had to be placed under a nurse's care. It was almost impossible to part her from the grave that received her beloved one. There are also the grief stricken parents Mr. and Mrs. John Dolezal, one younger brother and two sisters. Rev Moczygemba and Hoffman officiated. Fellow veterans paid their last respects with Taps echoing memories of the war. Contributed by Matt CrossEDWARD JAMES DOLEZALVictoria Advocate, 7 Sep 1999, page 8A EDWARD JAMES DOLEZALSHINER – Edward James Dolezal, 70, of Shiner, died Sunday, Sept. 5, 1999. Contributed by Matt CrossDESTINY MARIE DONAHUEVictoria Advocate, June 18, 2004 Destiny Marie was born June 15, 2004, in Houston. Survivors: parents; sister, Nicole Donahue of Yoakum; brothers, Joshawa Richter, Scott Richter, Andrew Donahue and Matthew Donahue, all of Yoakum; and grandparents, Tony and Ann Pospisil of Sweet Home, John and De McCaskill of Yoakum and Helen Dussell of Eddystone, Pa. Preceded in death by: grandfather, Elmer Dussell. Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Oak Grove Cemetery, the Rev. Charles Sonnier officiating. Buffington Funeral Home, Yoakum, 361-293-2333. Contributed by Rosemary ErmisJOHN DONAHUEShiner Gazette, 25 Apr 1900 Death of an Unknown.A man going by the name of John Donahue, apparently fifty years old, died last Sunday night in a vacant house provided for him by the city authorities. He had been sick for several days and was being cared for by Mayor Trautwein, who engaged a Mexican to attend him. He had been in Shiner about three years and no one seems to know anything regarding his past history. He will be buried by the county. [Burial place unknown.] Contributed by Matt CrossLOUIS DOSTALIKVictoria Advocate, 2 Jul 1994, page 16A LOUIS DOSTALIKYOAKUM - Louis Dostalik, 91, of Yoakum died Thursday, June 30, 1994. He was born Sept. 18, 1902, in Praha to the late Alois Sr. and Mary Zabransky Dostalik. He was a retired street department maintenance worker for the city of Yoakum. Mr. Dostalik was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Yoakum. Survivors: daughters, Dorothy Hajek of Kingsville, Bertha Douglas of Collieville and Lorene Herman of Victoria; son, Erwin Dostalik of Houston; sisters, Mary Stein of Flatonia, Annie Krause of San Antonio and Vlasta Neiman of Victoria; 18 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: wife, Della Dostalik on July 21, 1980; daughter, Gladys Dostalik; parents; and three brothers. Services 10 a.m. today, St. Joseph catholic [sic] Church in Moulton, the Rev. Gabriel Maison officiating. Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery in Moulton, Buffington Funeral Home, Yoakum, 293-2333. Pallbearers: Kenneth Hajek, Vernon Hajek, Leonard Hajek, Wayne Dostalik, Gordon Dostalik, Myron Dostalik, Ervin Dostalik Jr. and Paul Herman. Honorary pallbearers: Walter Skarke and Wallace Kellner. Memorials: American Cancer Society. Contributed by Matt Cross |
FRANK DRABEKShiner Gazette, 4 Mar 1948 Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock for Frank Drabek, age 72 years, 9 months, and 7 days. Holy Mass was said for the deceased Saturday at 8:30 a.m. The Rev. J.J. Hanacek officiated at all religious services. Burial was from the Sts. Cyril and Methodius' Church with interment in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery. During the past 6 months Mr. Drabek's health failed rapidly and he passed away at his home at 12:45 a.m. Friday. The body rested in state at the Eschenburg Funeral Parlor until Saturday afternoon. Mr. Drabek was born in Czechoslavakia May 20, 1875. He was the son of the late Frank and Mary Kolar Drabek. He came to America with his parents when a child and they settled on a farm in Fayette County. At the age of 26 he was married to Annie Janecek who died about 12 years later. Two children were born to this union and they survive, Leo Drabek, Victoria; Mrs. Laddie (Gustina) Patek, Hallettsville, Rt. 4. Later he was married to Mary Matusek who together with five children survive. The children are Mrs. Edmund (Adella) Leck, Rudy Drabek, Shiner; Miss Albina Drabek, San Antonio; T-4 Joe Drabek and T-4 Ed Drabek who are with the U.S. Army in Munich, Germany. Two stepsons also survive, they are Laddie Peter, San Antonio; Joe Peter, Houston. Fifteen grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters survive: Charlie and William of Shiner; Joe Drabek of Webster; Eddie Drabek of San Antonio; Mrs. Christina Uherek, Yoakum; Mrs. Mary Wentrcek, Wheelock; Mrs. Albert (Paulina) Vaclavik, Blessing. Three sisters and two brothers preceded him to the grave, also one son. Pallbearers at the last sad rites were Jerome and Jerry Peter of Houston; Laddie Peter, San Antonio; Albin Drabek, Laddie Patek, Jr., and Edmund Leck, Shiner. Mr. Drabek continously resided in the Shiner community after his marriage. He followed farming as a livelihood all of his life. A kind father, loving husband, good neighbor and friend has gone to his last reward We join in expressing sympathy to those who mourn his passing. Contributed by Matt CrossANNA ANDERS DREYERShiner Gazette, 11 Oct 1899 Anna Dreyer, 4 Jul 1867 – 30 Sep 1899, was buried in the Charlottenburg Cemetery. Contributed by Matt CrossEMMETT ADOLPH DREYER & PATRICIA ANN DREYERAustin Statesman, 7 Jun 1946, page 1 Plane Crash Fatal to Two AustinitesEmmett Adolph Dreyer, instructor at Ragsdale Flying School, and his daughter, Patricia Ann, 16, were killed instantly Friday morning when their plane crashed into a field near the Hornberger Dairy Farm two and a half miles east of the Municipal Airport. August R. Carlson, dairy farm employe [sic] who was eyewitness to the accident, said the crash occurred at 9:30 a. m. He told investigating officers from the sheriff's department that he first noticed the BT13 training plane when it seemed to be having motor trouble at about a height of 200 feet. He said the plane came across the field at an angle, traveling from east to west. The motor suddenly quit and the plane lost altitude, struck a tree and nosed into the field. The plane was badly mangled and both occupants dead when Carlson and Paul Hornsberger reached the scene, officers reported. In piecing together the evidence, airport officials thought the airplane stalled in from between 25 and 50 feet. There was a good field about 100 yards from where Dreyer crashed. The field is deeply rutted, with a gully running through its middle where the crash occurred. It could have been that he was trying to stretch his glide to avoid the deep gully, and in turning to the left let the plane drop out from under him. Dreyer bought the airplane about three or four months ago. It was an Army surplus job and had been sitting out on the airport in the weather. The plane belonged to Dreyer personally and, according to Bobby Ragsdale of the Ragsdale Flying Service, Dreyer had checked the plane several days previous. However, due to weather, water could have gotten into the carburetor, causing the engine to quit. Dreyer had lots of experience in light airplanes, but had only flown the BT five or six times, pilots at the airport said. Investigating officers were Jim McCoy, George Pope, and Henry Kluge of the sheriff's department. The bodies were taken to the Wilke Funeral Home. Funeral services were tentatively planned at Shiner, Texas. Austin Statesman, 8 Jun 1946, page 1 Air Victims' Rites TodayFuneral service for Emmett Adolph Dreyer and his daughter, Patricia Ann, victims of a plane crash Friday morning, will be held at 4 p. m. Saturday in Shiner. The father and daughter were killed instantly at 9:30 a. m. Friday when a privately owned BT13 trainer plane crashed two and a half miles east of the Municipal Airport. Dreyer, 39, flight instructor for Ragsdale Flying School who had recently been appointed CAA flight examiner, purchased the army surplus plane four months ago and kept it staked out near the north side hangar, now crowded past capacity with between 15 and 18 planes. Approximately the same nmber [sic] of planes are staked out. The flier and his 13-year-old daughter took off from the Ragsdale Field shortly before 9:30 a. m. on a trip to Shiner where they planned to visit relatives and return Friday afternoon. In what witnesses said was an emergency landing attempt, the plane crashed into a field near the Hornsberger Dairy Farm when the engine failed at a low altitude. Patricia Ann Dreyer was a student in St. Mary's Academy and was her father's frequent flying companion. The family moved to Austin four years ago from San Antonio where Dreyer was flight instructor for the United Aero Corporation. Survivors include the wife and mother, Mrs. Isolde Dreyer, 3004 North Guadalupe; his mother and step father, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Manchen of Shiner; one sister, Mrs. Jesse Starke, Yoakum; and one step brother, David Manchen, stationed in Italy. Emmett Dreyer was born Emmett Schoenvogel but took his mother’s maiden name following his parents’ divorce. Contributed by Matt CrossISOLDE BERCKENHOFF DREYERShiner Gazette, 27 Aug 1992 Isolde DreyerMrs. Isolde Dreyer of Shiner entered eternal rest Saturday, Aug. 22, 1992. She attained the age of 85 years, 8 months and 18 days. A scriptural rosary, led by the Rev. Jerry Caponi, was recited at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, 1992. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24 at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church with the Rev. Jerry Caponi officiating. Burial followed in the Shiner Catholic Cemetery, under the direction of Buffington Funeral Home, Shiner. Pallbearers were Ewald Effenberger, Ewald Erdelt, Marvin Adamek, Raymond Brosch, Alfonse Jaks and Clarence Sembera. Honorary pallbearers were Drs. Robert, Ralph, Dennis and Pat Wagner. Members of the Shiner VFW Ladies Auxiliary conducted the VFW Auxiliary ritualistic rites at the graveside. Irene Wendel served as president, Mildred Neusser as Sr. vice president, Sadie Erdelt as chaplain, Ella Muenich as conductress assisted by Annie Vincik, Martha Klesel, and Leona Meyer. Mrs. Dreyer was born Dec. 4, 1906 in Shiner, to the late Felix and Antonia (Karasek) Berckenhoff. She had been employed as an x-ray technician at Wagner medical Clinic until her retirement. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emmett, and a daughter, Patricia Dreyer, June 7, 1946; her father, June 3, 1936; her mother, Feb. 12, 1966; a sister Milada Berckenhoff, Aug. 5, 1927; three brothers, Dr. Fred Berckenhoff, June 5, 1964; Edward "Bacon" Berckenhoff, Oct. 24, 1964; and Francis "Breezy" Berckenhoff, Sept. 24, 1969. Shiner Gazette, 3 Sep 1992 In naming those who preceded Isolde Dreyer in last week's Gazette, untentionally omitted were Paul C. Berckenhoff, June 21, 1977 and Anne Berckenhoff, March 18, 1983. Contributed by Matt CrossDROZD InfantYoakum Weekly Herald The 18 month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Drozd of Sweet Home died this morning. BENNIE ALFRED DROZDWeimar Mercury, Aug 23, 1940, page 2 Boy Smothers Under Load of Cotton in Field Near ShiloHallettsville, Texas, Aug. 17.—Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the family home in Shilo for Bennie Alfred Drozd, 4-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Drozd, who smothered to death Wednesday in a wagonload of loose cotton. Burial was in S. P. J. S. T. Cemetery at Moravia. The little boy and a 9-year old sister had brought a lunch to their parents, who were picking cotton in a field. The sister returned to the house and Bennie began playing with his dog in the wagon. He had been scooping out holes in the cotton and fell into one. His parents discovered the tragedy in a short time, apparently just a few minutes after the boy had suffocated. He is survived by his parents, two brothers and one sister and three grandparents. ADOLPH DUDIKGalveston Daily News, 16 Sep 1968 Adolph Dudik, 65, of 4417 O, died Saturday at 10 p.m. at St. Mary's Hospital. He was a retired employe of Galveston Wharves and a member of Our Lady Guadalupe Catholic Church. A rosary was held Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the Broadway Funeral Home. Another rosary will be held at 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Moulton, Texas. Services will be held Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Moulton. Burial will be in the St. Joseph's cemetery there. Dudic is survived by his wife, two sisters [sic; daughters], Mrs. Anna Lee of Galveston and Mrs. Lydia Tuttollmondo of Hitchcock; four sisters, Mrs. Sophie Fillit of West, Mrs. Albina Paulica of Gonzales, Mrs. Hermina Hubik of Hubbard and Mrs. Julia Machac of Malone; three brothers, Lewis Dubik of West, Henry Dubik of Mt. Calm and Antone of Heuilla, nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild.Contributed by Matt CrossHERMINA SOFIA DUDIKGalveston Daily News, 14 Apr 1996, page 5-A Hermina Sofka DudikTEXAS CITY- Hermina Sofka Dudik, 85, died Friday, April 12, 1996 at Avalon Place in Texas City. Contributed by Matt CrossALBIN DUEVELShiner Gazette, 1 Aug 1900 Contributed by Matt CrossA. B. DUNNHalletsville Herald Prominent Shiner Merchant Dies. Shiner, Tex., Aug. 1.—A. B. Dunn, a prominent merchant, died yersterday about noon from blood poisoning, which was induced by a small sore on his hand a few weeks ago. Mr. Dunn was 42 years old at the time of his death. He was a veteran of the Cuban war, having served under Colonel Roosevelt, of whom he was a grat admirer. His body will be buried tomorrow under the auspices of the Masonic order, of which he was an honored member. He leaves a wife and three children. HELEN VIRGINIA WOOLSEY DUNNUnknown newspaper Mrs. Helen Dunn Taken In DeathDeath has claimed a good woman who, although she had been away from Yoakum for many years, was still well-remembered and held high in the esteem of many in this city. On Wednesday, August 11, Mrs. Helen Virginia Dunn, sister of Mrs. Durell Miller and Nathan Woolsey of Yoakum, passed away in Houston at the home of her son, Harry M. Dunn. She was 74 years, 3 months and 14 days of age at the time of her death. The impressive funeral services were conducted by Rev. F. H. Hamner at the Buffingtn Chapel Friday, August 13, at 2:30 p.m. Burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery. The pallbearers were: Henry Olsen, J. L. Hough, J. F. Olsen, F. L. Rodgers, T. W Grobe and R. S. Reese. The deceased was born in Oakland, Texas, Colorado Co., April 27, 1874, and when still in her young girlhood she came to Yoakum with her parents. In 1894 she became the wife of Michael Dunn, who was then employed as a conductor by the S. A. and A. P. Railroad Company. Mr. Dunn passed away at Houston in August, 1929. A true Christian in every sense, Mrs. Dunn was an active leader in Methodist Church circles, and was more than willing to offer her services when called upon to help the sick or the needy. After leaving Yoakum twenty years ago, she resided in Houston for several years and the moved to Los Angeles, California, where she lived with her daughter, Mrs. Mary M. Reynolds. Five years ago she returned to Houston and made her home with her son, Harry M. Dunn, until her death. Her survivors: two sons, Harry of Houston and Aubrey of San Francisco, Calif; one daughter, Mrs. Mary M. Renolds of Los Angeles, California; five sisters, Mrs. F. B. (Mamie) Buchanan of Corpus Christi, Mrs. Durell (Susie) Miller of Yoakum, Mrs. Floyd (Myra) Cooper of Amarillo, Mrs. J. B. (Marguerite) Scott of San Antonio, and Mrs. H. B. (Kray) Townsley of Fort Worth; one brother, Nathan Woolsey of Yoakum; three grandchildren, Joyce Reynolds Gallery of Los Angeles, Calif., Harry M. Dunn, Jr., of Houston and Mrs. Betty McManus of Miami, Florida; and two great grandchildren. Contributed by Deborah SmithANNIE MAE DUSEKFriday August 12, 1938 Hallettsville newspaper clipping Annie Mae DusekOur hearts go out in sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Victor Dusek of Bila Hora, who lost their firstborn, little Annie May, in death at the Dufner Hospital Tuesday night. She was ill of capillary bronchitis and was rushed here by a Weimar physican, but all that medical skill could do was unavailling. The funeral took place at Bila Hora Wednesday afternoon in the presence of relatives and friends of the family. Besides her father and mother , who was formerly Miss Christina Melnar, the little one is survived by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Melnar and Mrs. Rosie Dusek. May God comfort you in your sorrow. Contributed by Darlene BakerWeimar Mercury THEIR DARLING BABY TAKEN FROM THEMWord was brought to this office Wednesday morning by Mr. Melnar of the Bila Hora community that little Annie Mae, darling baby daughter of Mr. and MRs. Victor Dusek, had passed away on Tuesday night. The little one came to bless the hearts and home of her parents on Aug. 1, but Aug. 9th the little one was taken from them, leaving their hearts desolate. The little babe, too sweet for this earth, was buried in the Bila Hora Cemetery Wednesday afternoon. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the bereaved parents. CHARLES DUSEKWeimar Mercury, 17 Apr 1969, page 10 Chas. Dusek Buried, Vsetin CemeteryFuneral services for Charles Dusek, 80-year-old half-brother of Emil Dusek and Mrs. Edward Guenther of here, were held Monday at Kubena Funeral Home, Hallettsville and the Czech Moravian Brethren Church at Vsetin, with burial in the Vsetin Cemetery. Mr. Dusek died unexpectedly at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 12, in a Georgetown hospital. He had lived in Hallettsville since retiring from a mercantile business at Granger several years ago. A native of Lavaca county, he was the husband of the former Lillie Woytek of Sublime. FELIX DUSEKWeimar Mercury TWO COUSINS DEAD AT HALLETTSVILLEHallettsville, Texas, June 19 —In a local hospital and within thirty minutes' time occurred deaths of two children, cousins, and residing in the same neighborhood, Bila Hora section, about ten miles northeast of this place. Felix Dusek, 14, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dusek, died from lockjaw resulting from sticking a splinter in his foot; Viola Melnar, 11, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Melnar, died from an infected bone. Bodies of both were taken home for burial at Bila Hora. Weimar Mercury OAKLAND - COUNTY LINE NEWSIt is with sadness that I chronicle the deaths of two of our esteemed and beloved young people, whose deaths occurred in our midst Thursday night, just twenty-five minutes apart. One at the Duffner Hospital and one at Renger Hospital in Hallettsville. Felix Dusek died at the Renger Hospital Thursday night. Viola Melner also died Thursday night. These young people were born and reared here and had endeared themselves to the hearts of all who knew them, by their kind and loving ways. But God needed more angels to his band. He touched their eyes and they slept, and passed over the river to that beautiful land from which no human traveler ever returns. It is indeed sad to be taken so young and in the midst of life. They leave to mourn their untimely death their parents, sisters, brothers, and a host of relatives and friends. A double funeral service was held Saturday morning at the Svetin Church at 8 o'clock. Interment took place at the Svetin Cemetery. The funeral was largely attended, attesting the popularity and esteem in which these young people were held. JOHN P. DYERHalletsvile Herald In Memoriam.At 6 o'clock, Thursday, November 17, 1892, the soul of Captain John P. Dyer was loosed from its earthly moorings to be wafted to Heavenly shores. Not a man of this community had more friends, no one more deserving of those friends. He was born in Blount county, East Tennessee, March 21, 1826, thereby making his age at the time of death 66 years. There survive him, wife and five children, one brother, Mr. Hugh Dyer, Hope, and; three sisters, Mrs. Harriet Rose, Cuero, Mrs. N. J. Mudd, Sweet Home, and Mrs. Mary May, Cleveland, Tenn. He had been a resident of Lavaca County for twenty-five years. His was a christian life, having united with the Methodist church at the age of eighteen years. During the late war Mr. Dyer was mail contractor, having charge of the route from Columbus to Victoria. As to being a man, he possessed all the attributes that go to make true manhood and being Southern born, his bearing was characterized by that old chivalric spirit of ante-bellum days. The sorrowing familly have God's consolations, which are not as men's, mere soothers of the troubled mind, but seeds of positive and independent joy. "If a soldier in the ranks is wounded it is one thing to apply soothing cataplasms to stay the pain, but it is a grander thing for his general to come and bestow upon him the title, rank and insignia of a high officer." So with God's title and pledges.
JANICE MORIN DYERHouston Chronicle, 20 Nov 1991, page C9 JANICE MORIN DYER, 54, died November 19, 1991. Survivors: Husband Bob Dyer of Stafford; daughter and son-in-law Yvonne Cione and Leon of San Antonio, daughters, Michelle Dyer of Houston, Suzanne Dyer of Houston, Nicole Dyer of Stafford; son Michael Dyer of Stafford, Grandchildren, Angeline and Chayce Cione of San Antonio; brother, James E. Morin and Evelyn of Rockport. Rosary 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 1991 at Holy Rosary Church withRev. [sic] James E. Daley, CBS celebrant. Funeral Mass 9:00 a.m. Thursday, November 21, 1991 at Holy Rosary Church, 1510 Fifth St. with Rev. Kenneth J. Decker C.S.B. celebrant. Graveside Service 12:30 p.m. Thursday, November 21, 1991 at Old Catholic Cemetery, Shiner, Texas. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions may be made to Cancer Research at M.D. Anderson or the Multiple Sclerosis Gulf Coast Chapter. Contributed by Matt CrossREV. WILLIAM DZIEWASWeimar Mercury, January 9, 1920, page 4 MINISTER DIES.Shiner, Texas, Dec. 21.—Rev. William Dziewas pastor of the Martin Luther church of this place died after an illness of prolonged duration. Interment took place in the City Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his wife, three sons, William, Theodore and Victor, and two daughters, Misses Elsie and Irma. |
There are over 4,000 obituaries of Central Texans with Czech roots at Steve Alvarez's TXBHS web site. These include many people from Lavaca County and some with German surnames.
